I really don't understand the sad people bashing TJ Otzelberger.
The guy clearly wants to be here. He loves it here.
He's recruited well.
His guys are playing with attitude and effort (which has been missing for years).
He is also 3-0.
What is there to hate on?????
@MNelson_ISU
I thought it was a mailed in hire at first, but I thought the same thing when we hired Fred. Regardless of whether or not I agreed with Pollard’s process, I’m thrilled about the results and find Otz extremely like able
@AlKoenigs
That's a completely rational opinion, it is akin to what mine was. But it's clear that he can coach and motivate, and if he can recruit, the results should come
@MNelson_ISU
No bashing here other than I am a bit confused on why Enaruna hasn't been playing much, nor has Jaden Walker. Both were fairly well hyped.
@jazzerCYZ
If I understand correctly, Enaruna was injured for a while and TJ had hinted he was a ways behind everyone else? Unsure about Walker, he was not dressed for game one. Injury also maybe?
@MNelson_ISU
I love the early results. I'm also prepared for many losses this season. The team really struggles to score on offense. They're scrappy and physical on defense, but when we meet skilled offensive teams I think it's going to be scary for ISU. And that's fine, for this season.
@MNelson_ISU
Will we go undefeated? No.
Are the players playing hard and showing SOMETHING to look forward to in the future, hopefully the near future? YES
People with complaints about TJ still are just trying to find something to complain about.
@MNelson_ISU
I joked last night about shooting but one thing everyone knows if you’ve ever played basketball is shooting comes and goes. The energy, effort, defense are always a constant that will win games and so far TJ has got those guys committed to that!
@MNelson_ISU
Don’t have much opinion yet. Hesitant to come running back as a die hard follower of ISU BB where I’d try and listen to every game again. Needs to prove a lot to bring some of the fan base back and TJ knows it. Hope he does. Have watched highlights and seeing potential.
@MNelson_ISU
The team is 3-0 while struggling to make shots. He can’t make the ball go in the hoop so they win by more points? What do people want? Some of the shots being missed now will start to fall. People need to chill
@MNelson_ISU
I think he’s been great. If anyone is unhappy with the effort coaches and players have displayed so far this year then they have a problem.